Definition of dreadful

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  • dreadful is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • dreadful is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • dreadful is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of dreadful

  • causing fear or dread or terror (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a dreadful storm

    Synonyms

    1. awful
    2. dire
    3. direful
    4. dread
    5. dreaded
    6. fearful
    7. fearsome
    8. frightening
    9. horrendous
    10. horrific
    11. terrible
  • exceptionally bad or displeasing (adjective)

    Examples

    1. dreadful manners

    Synonyms

    1. abominable
    2. atrocious
    3. awful
    4. painful
    5. terrible
    6. unspeakable
  • extremely disagreeable and unpleasant (adjective)

    Examples

    1. don't go out, the weather is dreadful

See definition of dreadful in Merriam Webster